I am the same as you when it comes to waking up - the fact that it's Disney day makes it a little easier, but I still would rather sleep.
Thankfully, when I actually get to Disney I have no trouble waking up. It's the only time that ever happens! I am not a morning person, either!
I'm glad the flight to Dallas went so smoothly, and sorry that the flight to Orlando wasn't quite as good. It sounds like James still did pretty good overall, though!
Yay! I'm so glad you were able to get a savannah view room! I completely agree with you - I think at AKL, the view really does matter. We always just book standard view, but if we ever return to AKL I think we'll have to book a savannah view. I hear it's the most common upgrade, but I would be so nervous to risk it. There is just nothing like seeing all of those animals from your balcony. And it looks like James loved them!